Discover Scuba experience at Las Caletas, Puerto Vallarta
Overview
Have you ever dreamed of seeing the marvels of the underwater world? Would you like the opportunity to explore the spectacular variety of underwater reefs, rock formations and colorful sea life found in Las Caletas? Learn how to scuba dive on this easy, safe and fast experience while vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.
What's Included
- Lunch
- BCD
- Weights
- Wetsuit
- A PADI certified divemaster
- Regulator
- 1-tank dive
- Gratuities
- Port fee
Meeting Location
Blvd. Francisco Medina Ascencio 30-
Zona Hotelera Nte., 48333 Puerto Vallarta, Jal., Mexico
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Learn to dive into one of the top destinations in the world with a 5-star PADI center. Start your day with a fun and comprehensible introduction to the world of scuba diving with a highly qualified PADI certified Dive Instructor.
Enjoy a 50-minute scenic boat ride to a secluded beach paradise in the south of Puerto Vallarta, known as Las Caletas. Once there, continue with an introductory dive at the beautiful, protected coves of Las Caletas. Beginners can explore the treasures of Banderas Bay with the oversight and safety of our expert dive instructors.
This all-inclusive experience is perfect for first-time divers or anyone that has dived before but has still not completed a full certification program.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guests with respiratory, cardiovascular, or ear problems are restricted.
- Good mental and physical conditions are required.
- Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for child aged 10 years and under
- Based on PADI’s flying after diving recommendations, beginner divers shouldn’t fly within 12 hours after a dive.
- An Acknowledgement of Risk will need to be signed before participating in any of our learn to dive programs.
- This option is not suitable for cruise ship passengers due to time conflicts with our local schedule
- Please be advised that Mexico's Federal Maritime Ports operate a strict No-Drug Policy, including electronic cigarettes, vapers, and all kinds of drugs. Please be advised not to bring them to any of our tours. We cannot offer a refund or change of day for any guest to whom Federal Security has denied access.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do I need to have previous Scuba experience for this activity?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-2736DIVE_RES
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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No, you don’t need to have any previous Scuba experience, but you must be able to swim without a flotation device.
Mar 2022Participants in the Discover Scuba experience at Las Caletas, Puerto Vallarta cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Lunch.
- BCD.
- Weights.
- Wetsuit.
- A PADI certified divemaster.
- Regulator.
- 1-tank dive.
- Gratuities.
- Port fee.
The minimum age to participate is 10..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Discover Scuba experience at Las Caletas, Puerto Vallarta is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guests with respiratory, cardiovascular, or ear problems are restricted.
- Good mental and physical conditions are required.
- Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Discover Scuba experience at Las Caletas, Puerto Vallarta will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- BCD
- Weights
- Wetsuit
- A PADI certified divemaster
- Regulator
- 1-tank dive
- Gratuities
- Port fee
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Guests with respiratory, cardiovascular, or ear problems are restricted.
- Good mental and physical conditions are required.
- Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not allowed.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for child aged 10 years and under
- Based on PADI’s flying after diving recommendations, beginner divers shouldn’t fly within 12 hours after a dive.
- An Acknowledgement of Risk will need to be signed before participating in any of our learn to dive programs.
- This option is not suitable for cruise ship passengers due to time conflicts with our local schedule
- Please be advised that Mexico's Federal Maritime Ports operate a strict No-Drug Policy, including electronic cigarettes, vapers, and all kinds of drugs. Please be advised not to bring them to any of our tours. We cannot offer a refund or change of day for any guest to whom Federal Security has denied access.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
